1999 Dodge Viper vs. 1989 Jaguar XJR-11
To start off, 1999 Dodge Viper is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJR-11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 would be higher. At 8,424 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 (741 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Viper. (670 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Viper.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Dodge Viper (913 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Jaguar XJR-11. (801 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Jaguar XJR-11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Viper | 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Viper | XJR-11 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 8424 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 670 HP | 741 HP |
| Torque | 913 Nm | 801 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 1 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1020 mm |
